Sindh launches job portal

The Sindh government has approved the establishment of the Sindh Job Portal in collaboration with IBA (Institute of Business Administration).

The job portal will provide a central platform for the provincial government’s recruitment process, helping to eliminate the flaws of the traditional system.

Under the Sindh Job Portal, a secure system will be established for jobs ranging from grade 1 to 15. The portal will feature an automated application submission process, tracking capability, and real-time data analytics. It will also be linked with the Sindh Testing Services (STS) for candidates who have passed their exams.

Using AWS cloud technology, the portal will offer an easy-to-use interface for applicants, administrative tools, and robust security to protect applicants' data.

Ealier, The Supreme Court of Pakistan has struck down a Sindh government decision that allowed a 15-year age relaxation for government job candidates, particularly through the Sindh Public Service Commission (SPSC).

The court upheld a Sindh High Court ruling on the matter, stating that the relaxation was excessive and unjustified.

The judgment noted that the Sindh government had overextended the age limit from a reasonable maximum of 10 years to 15 years without proper justification, creating an unfair advantage for select candidates.

This, the court argued, led to potential abuse of discretion, skewing the recruitment process and placing undue financial burden on the government due to pension liabilities.

The chief secretary acknowledged the anomaly, explaining that the age relaxation was introduced after a long recruitment gap.

The court emphasized that government recruitment must prioritize merit, transparency, and fairness. It criticized favoritism, nepotism, and the lack of a structured selection process, stating that these practices undermine good governance.

The judgment also pointed out that government functionaries must exercise discretion according to established rules and not based on personal bias or whim.

The court ruled that government actions violating legal norms could be struck down through judicial review, stressing that decisions should always be reasonable, equitable, and transparent.